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Shenandoah COVID-19 Quick Links
- COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Daily symptom checker for Students, Employees and Visitors
- Shenandoah's social distancing and mask information
- Temporary Modified Work Arrangement Request Form for Employees
- Plan to Reopen Shenandoah University for Fall 2020
For those in the Winchester area: Do you have a respiratory illness or symptoms, or think you have been exposed to COVID-19? Call Valley Health's hotline at 540-536-0380.
Plans for Summer 2020
- All classes will be conducted online
- Clinical placements and other experiential components are being evaluated by the appropriate schools
- We’re starting to schedule in-person campus visits
- All of our campus buildings are being deep cleaned and disinfected
Plans for Fall 2020
The upcoming academic year is a year of extreme flexibility.
- Staggered move-in process for students on Tuesday, Aug. 18
- The first and second year live-on-campus requirement is lifted for the academic year 2020-21
- Fall semester classes begin in-person on Monday, Aug. 24
- To limit travel to and from our region, Labor Day and fall break will not be observed
- Thanksgiving break will be a full week long, Nov. 23 through Friday, Nov. 27; in-person classes will resume after the break
- Classes will follow the ShenFlex model, so instructors and students can participating face-to-face and/or online as needed
- Maximum capacities for each classroom have been lowered and spaces have been reconfigured to ensure compliance with CDC guidelines on social distancing
Show Your Support During The COVID-19 Situation
Many have reached out to ask how they can support Shenandoah during these difficult times. Give now to help meet the special needs of Shenandoah students as well as the unexpected financial needs of faculty and staff in the face of this COVID-19 situation.
Members of the Shenandoah family who need emergency financial assistance
If the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on you or your family's financial situation, Shenandoah would like to help. Please fill out the Emergency Financial Assistance Application.
Learn more about CARES Act Student Emergency Funds at Shenandoah University.
Read our Recent COVID-19 Campus Communications
Archive of SU Communications About COVID-19: See past communications distributed to the university community regarding Shenandoah's response to the coronavirus.
Shenandoah’s Plans for Fall 2020 Message from President Tracy Fitzsimmons
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Marking the Successful End of an Unprecedented Semester With Shenandoah pride and spirit, we not only met the challenge that confronted us, we rose above it!
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Teaching K-12 Teachers how to Teach Online Three-week summer modules deeply discounted at $165
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Education Students Are Making a Difference Shenandoah Education & Leadership Students Reach Out to Children & Families Learning at Home
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A Reminder of Student Support Services Resources include tutoring, academic coaching, counseling services, the Writing Center, the Math Enrichment Center, library resources, and more.
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Students in International MBA Program Donate Protective Equipment Donations include masks, gowns and surgical gloves
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Shenandoah Offers Armory Building for Emergency Shelter Space Will Accommodate Up to 40 Individuals Impacted by COVID-19
Starting Monday, April 20, Shenandoah University’s former National Guard Armory Building will serve as a shelter for local homeless individuals. The Winchester Rescue Mission, through a partnership ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Offers Armory Building for…
Shenandoah University Announces Wi-Fi Access to Those in Need SU-CommunityConnect wireless network available in certain parking lots
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Esports Continue in a Socially Distanced World Watch Shenandoah University Esports Squad Competitions on Twitch and Root for Our Teams!
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Living Up To Our Mission In the Era of COVID-19 SU Graduation, Summer Classes, R&B Refund
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Shenandoah Donates Ventilators to Valley Health Ventilators were originally donated by the hospital system to aid student learning
Shenandoah University donated three ventilators to Valley Health on Wednesday, April 8. The ventilators were donated to Shenandoah several years ago by Valley Health to help provide clinical ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Donates Ventilators to Valley…
Our community’s health is in your hands If you stay home, you will save lives — Maybe your own!
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Shenandoah University Donates 2,500 Masks to Valley Health to Aid in Coronavirus Response
Shenandoah University donated 2,500 hospital masks to Valley Health on Friday, April 3. Approximately 2,100 of these masks are the n95 respirator masks used by health care professionals. The Wilkins ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Donates 2,500 Masks…
Shenandoah OT Student & Alumna Offer Some Tips Managing Online Learning, Work and Family Life Organization and prioritizing physical and mental health play a big part in keeping it all together
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iMLearning Program Makes Online Transition a Success Initiative gives Apple products to students, faculty, staff
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Producing Live Theatre During a Pandemic A Shenandoah University Acting Student Reflects on the Experience of Performing ‘Blithe Spirit’ at a Distance
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Stay-at-Home Order, COVID-19 Update A message from President Tracy Fitzsimmons
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Nurses Ready to Respond to Every Emergency SU-trained alumni serve at the forefront of nursing practice in tough times
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Music Therapy Shifts Online with Focus on Telehealth
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Children’s Literature World Shares Its Talents in a Time of Crisis Past and Future Shenandoah Children’s Literature Conference Presenters Offer Everything from Art Lessons and Readings to Literature Resources and Writing Tips
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‘We’re all in this together’: On being a full-time student and family member in the era of social distancing Shenandoah University Occupational Therapy Graduate Student Cynthia Drury Shares How Her OT Education Is Helping Her Adapt to a New Reality
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Finding a Moment of Calm in Anxious Times Shenandoah Professor’s ASMR Work Featured in Article Asking If ASMR Videos Can Reduce Coronavirus Anxiety
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Shenandoah Implements New Grading Policy & Applicant Requirements Changes Take Effect Immediately As Result of Coronavirus Challenges
Shenandoah University is adopting a Pass/No Credit grading policy for the spring 2020 academic semester. In light of the disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), faculty will record ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Implements New Grading Policy…
Supporting Students’ Success Through Online Resources Continue to use your Shenandoah student resources while social distancing
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Online Classes for Rest of Semester, Working Remotely, Commencement & Other Updates Shenandoah is taking the additional actions, effective immediately
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Shenandoah Conservatory’s First ShenCommUNITY Program Shenandoah Conservatory launches livestream to bring our community together
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Shenandoah Offers Care and Support There Are Still No Confirmed Reports Of The Virus Impacting Anyone At Shenandoah.
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University Details COVID-19 Protocol for Students The impact to the Shenandoah University family over the next several weeks is likely to increase
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